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"I'm a charming coward; I fight with words"

- Carl Reiner

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This quote by Carl Reiner speaks with the idea of utilizing words as a type of defense. It recommends that the speaker is someone who is not always brave in the face of physical confrontation, however is instead able to use their wit and beauty to safeguard themselves. This might be interpreted as a kind of strength, as the speaker is able to utilize their intelligence and appeal to safeguard themselves in a scenario that would otherwise be daunting. It likewise speaks with the idea that words can be effective weapons, and that the speaker is able to utilize them to their benefit. This quote could be viewed as a tip to use words carefully, as they can be used to both safeguard and harm.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Carl Reiner somewhere between March 20, 1922 and today. He was a famous Actor from USA. The author also have 8 other quotes.

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